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MGV 8R

1976 MG B

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,086 mi
Last recorded65,086 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 8R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2019 65,086 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 63,825 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 62,131 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 61,283 miles

All tyres getting close to limit

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 60,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 59,207 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 58,549 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 57,743 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 56,304 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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MGV 8R is a 1976 MG B in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGV 8R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGV 8R?

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What year was MGV 8R registered?

MGV 8R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1976.

Is MGV 8R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 8R shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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